Summer Decorating Ideas + Dining Room Tour
Thanks to At Home, my Dining Room has received a makeover. She feels a bit more summery and colorful. I must say, I love her new look.
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by At Home, but the opinions expressed are 100% my own.
Nothing major was changed. No paint, no curtains, no flooring, no furniture, no lighting. It's just the accessories... but what a difference it made. The space feels fresh, warm, and inviting with a loosely beach-inspired vibe.
Summer Decorating Ideas: The Table
Driftwood and a buoy-like candle anchor the center of the table, flanked by faux boxwoods. They are set atop a lace runner, which feels airy and perfect for summer.
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These graphic placemats from At Home were a great price {$7 for 4} and pair well with the lace runner, keeping the table from feeling too feminine. They've got an energetic and bold print, which speaks to the playfulness of summer.
Summer Decorating Ideas: The Mantel
If you've followed this blog long, you know that I love to mix styles. On the mantel, you'll find the same combination... a mix of bold and modern, with beachy and organic.
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The geode print is stunning. I tried to reflect that in the photos, but I'm not sure you can fully appreciate it unless you see it in person. It's the perfect marriage of modern and earthy. The colors are bold and dramatic, yet it's an organic item found within nature.
The chalkboard art is one of my favorite DIY art projects {you can find the tutorial here} and it's a great backdrop to the collection on the mantel. When you are decorating a mantel, books are a great way to pull in extra height and color. The blue and white succulent planter felt small next to the green glass jar. However, once I tucked several books underneath it, there was a nice balance.
Summer Decorating Ideas: The Buffet
There is a mix of real and faux plants throughout the room, which definitely accents that beachy, nature-inspired feel. Several of our real plants set on the buffet, where they get plenty of natural sunlight.
And again, you find that mix of style and texture which I love. The center of the buffet is a bamboo tray topped with a vintage Scrabble game, marble cheese cloche, and snake plant in a pewter trophy cup.
There wasn't enough of the beachy blue shades in this part of the room, so I stuck a bamboo plant in a feminine teapot and set a blue creamer aside my DIY succulent planter.
Everything on the buffet was already in this room, I just shifted our accessories around a bit to highlight more color. An easy way to refresh a room is to simply move accessories to a new spot.
Summer Decorating Ideas: The China Cabinet
It was from our hutch that I pulled many of the items to use around the room, but it didn't change much, itself. Yet, it features a simple update that I absolutely love.
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I stacked tablecloths that fit this summery color palette on top of the hutch. It's a simple detail, but I like the casual, farmhouse feel of having them on display instead of tucked away. It's another example of using items that I already own, placed in a new home.
I can't thank At Home enough for sponsoring this summer refresh. It's a welcome change in a room that I already loved, but that I like to switch up and reinvent. I'd imagine you are curious as to what was actually bought and not just pulled from around the house...
Blue & White Planter, At Home, $7
Green Glass Jar, At Home, $15 {50% Off}
Faux Boxwoods, At Home, $10 each
Buoy-Style Candle Holder, At Home, $8
Placemats, At Home, $7 for 4 {50% Off}
Navy Candles, At Home, $4 each
Geode Artwork, At Home, $25
I intentionally chose items from At Home that were versatile. The geode art was the biggest splurge, but I can see myself using it in most any room. It would fit perfectly in my master bedroom, for example. Candles, jars, planters and faux plants can work throughout the home and are basic accessories, perfect for refreshing spaces when the mood to redecorate strikes.
I'm excited that this seasonal makeover is versatile enough to work throughout the year -- and throughout the home.
Would you like to get more summer decorating ideas? Take a visit over to 7 other Home Decor Blogs and see how they brought summer into their homes.
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I love those candlesticks on the mantle! They really add a focal point and draw in your attention. The placements contrast perfectly with the lace runner. Loving your style!
Thanks, Sarah! It's funny -- the candlesticks -- I've had them for years (like probably close to 10) and they were from "Garden Ridge" or now, "At Home", lol. I always use them on my mantel but it didn't hit me until I was decorating that they originally came from the same store.
I agree that geode print is stunning!
All of the blue and white really created a nice summer feel to your rooms. I really like those placemats on your table. What a clever idea to stack the blue and white table linens.
I love that it adds some soft texture.
Looks great! Boxwoods are my favorite greenery to use both inside and out! Classic style! Also, I'm diggin' your light fixture over your dining table! I was thinking about using something similar in brass in my foyer, but still debating if it's too much for me or not!
It's an awesome light, I love the impact it makes in the room!
Looks awesome! I think my favorite item is the bold blue and white place-mat! I love how it pairs with the wood tone table and the other accessories. All the summer vignette's sprinkled throughout the room are lovely!
Thanks, Colette! The placemats really make a statement. I love how bold they are.
As always, your decorating style always amazes me! There is a sense of genuinity about it! I love the mantle layering - so creative and yet feels so meaningful! Pulling peaces around the home to mix in with the new purchases is always a great idea. I love that geode art work. Looks amazing!
Thanks, Zan, what a nice compliment!! 🙂
I love the driftwood and two cute potted plant on the table! It all turned out really nice!
All my best,
Kelly
Thanks, Kelly! That driftwood was a steal ($4 for all 3 pieces!) and I love loving it around in my decor.
Wow, this is such a tranquil place. Your decorating is eclectic, but also intentional. It all works. My favorite parts? The light fixture and the cute potted plants on the table. So darling for summer.
Gorgeous post
Thanks, Victoria!! So sweet of you 🙂
You have done such a nice job decorating your home for the summer, love the colors.
Thanks, Sarah! It was fun!
Your picture are stunning! You have inspired me!!!
Thanks, Caroline!! 🙂
These pictures are gorgeous! You home is so beautiful and only made more so with these accessories! I love how their products are so affordable too!
Thanks, Terryn! They are very affordable!
Everything is so gorgeous! I love the blues and greens and the mini topiaries!
Thanks, Leslie! It's always nice to have a little green (even if it's faux)!
Absolutely love the tablescape! Perfect for summer, but also something you could leave up well into fall. I'm also obsessed with that map of the US! So cool!
Thanks, Falon! That map is the perfect focal point, I think 🙂
So pretty! I am loving all the greenery and the blues!
Awesome giveaway too.
I'm a huge fan of green and blue.
I love how you decorated and the prices are amazing! I'm definitely a new fan of At Home!
Yes, the prices are great!
These are all so cool! I love the first set with the green plants. Pinning as we speak! 🙂
Green plants make everything feel more cozy!